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Posted on April 1, 2006 by Adrian Holz | Posted under Skin Care
Things To Know About Feline Acne
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Many cats can get feline acne when through normal behaviors, such as rubbing their faces against objects in the house. This marking behavior in turn activates the sebaceous glands in the cat's face. This territorial marking is quite common in cats, and in many cats it causes no problems. In some cats, however, this normal marking behavior can cause the sebaceous glands of the face to become over stimulated, leading to an excess in the natural oils and sometimes resulting in the black marks that typify feline acne. This common condition is especially noticeable on white and light colored cats, and it can cause those cats to have a greasy yellow discoloration on their light colored fur. If the acne infection in the cat is mild, the hair follicles around the chin and mouth of the cat will become clogged with greasy material from the sebaceous glands, and blackheads will then form. If the feline acne is not treated a secondary infection may occur, and this could result in an inflammation of the hair follicles as well as the formation of pustules. When severe acne occurs, the area affected could become swollen and inflamed, and cysts or scars could form. Persians, with their flat faces, tend to be especially prone to this type of secondary infection. Feline acne can occur in cats of any age, and although most cases will be mild and not result in further problems it is important to treat the problem carefully and promptly when it does occur. The treatment for this common condition varies, from antibiotic soaps and lotions to benzoyl peroxide and even acne pads and preparations designed for human use. It is important to consult with a veterinarian before treating feline acne, and it is important as well to keep all surfaces touched by the cat, such as water and food dishes, clean. It is also a good idea to wipe the cat's face after eating to prevent and control outbreaks of this common feline skin condition. About The Author: Adrian Holz is skin specialist and been writing about acne problems for last 15 years. He has developed a website where he discuss about different acne and skinproblems. If you have concerns about acne, you can benefit from Adrian's work from his website at http://www.skinclearpro.com |
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